Conceptual and Practical Meaning of Technique in Running Performance – a brief observation of the problem
The article is addressing the problem of running technique as a major factor of improving running performance. A short retrospective review…
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The relationship between running performance in the Olympic-distance triathlon and aerobic physiological variables, focusing on the 3 factors of the classic model
intensities, pedaling cadence, and carbohydrate intake during the swim and bike legs was investigated in 8 male triathletes. The 3 factors …
Cardiorespiratory, Metabolic and Muscular Responses during a Video-Recorded Aerobic Dance Session on an Air Dissipation Platform
: Aerobic dance (AD) is an appropriate physical activity for improving cardiorespiratory tness. This study aimed to compare cardiorespirato…
An Interdisciplinary Examination of Stress and Injury Occurrence in Athletes
This paper adopts a novel, interdisciplinary approach to explore the relationship between stress-related psychosocial factors, physiologica…
Model of sickle kick pencak silat training based on exercise media in students pencak silat athletes
Introduction. Techniques kick is most often used in competition and in the game self-defense more than 90% points scored by the kick compet…
Increasing Efficiency of Semifond Running by Improving Technical Aspects
Our analysis attempts to highlight some technical aspects that we believe can be exploited to increase the effectiveness of re-systematic i…
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RUNNING ECONOMY AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF TRICEPS SURAE ASSESSED WITH TENSIOMYOGRAPHY: A PILOT STUDY
Tensiomyography (TMG) is a non-invasive technique commonly used for evaluating muscle properties in highly trained athletes. The aim of our…
EFFECT OF NEUROMUSCULAR RESISTANCE TRAINING ON THE PERFORMANCE OF 5-KM RUNNERS
The study aimed to identify the effect of a neuromuscular resistance training protocol (NRTP) on the performance of 5-km distance runners. …
Kinematic Analysis of Support Phase Characteristics in Women Race Walking
Race walking requires a great deal of effort to compete successfully which includes a unique combination of technique, extreme physical exe…
The Comparison of Achilles Tendon Viscoelastic Properties in Elite Runners and Soccer Players
Objectives: Tendon stiffness may change depending on training and demands of sports discipline. It is important to assess tendon stiffness …
Effects of Novel Inverted Rocker Orthoses for First Metatarsophalangeal Joint on Gastrocnemius Muscle Electromyographic Activity during Running: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study
: The mobility of the rst metatarsophalangeal joint (I MPTJ) has been related to the proper windlass mechanism and the triceps surae during…
Wearable Sensors Detect Differences between the Sexes in Lower Limb Electromyographic Activity and Pelvis 3D Kinematics during Running
, 50% of runners su er from injuries. Consequently, more studies are being published about running biomechanics; these studies identify fac…
Calcaneus height is a key morphological factor of sprint performance in sprinters
This study examined the relationships between the foot bone morphologies and sprint performance in sprinters. Foot images in 56 male sprint…
The Effects of Increased Midsole Bending Stiffness of Sport Shoes on Muscle-Tendon Unit Shortening and Shortening Velocity: a Randomised Crossover Trial in Recreational Male Runners
Background Individual compliances of the foot-shoe interface have been suggested to store and release elastic strain energy via ligamentous…
Implicit Theories about Athletic Ability Modulate the Effects of If-Then Planning on Performance in a Standardized Endurance Task
uscular strength has a strong positive impact on cardiometabolic health and tness. However, building up strength endurance requires e ortfu…
How Do Runners Experience Personalization of Their Training Scheme: The Inspirun E-Coach?
Among runners, there is a high drop-out rate due to injuries and loss of motivation. These runners often lack personalized guidance and sup…
A single oral dose of beetroot-based gel does not improve muscle oxygenation parameters, but speeds up handgrip isometric strength recovery in recreational combat sports athletes
Although the effect of beetroot supplementation on exercise performance has been widely demonstrated to improve the performance of cyclists…
Increased Hepcidin Levels During a Period of High Training Load Do Not Alter Iron Status in Male Elite Junior Rowers
The liver-derived hormone hepcidin plays a key role in iron metabolism by mediating the degradation of the iron export protein ferroportin …
Foot strike pattern during running alters muscle-tendon dynamics of the gastrocnemius and the soleus
Running is thought to be an efficient gait due, in part, to the behavior of the plantar flexor muscles and elastic energy storage in the Ac…
Alterations in Running Biomechanics after 12 Week Gait Retraining with Minimalist Shoes
Purpose: The intervention of 12 week gait retraining with minimalist shoes was established to examine its e ect on impact forces, joint mec…
Effects of caffeine supplementation on physical performance and mood dimensions in elite and trained-recreational athletes
Background Caffeine supplementation (CAFF) has an established ergogenic effect on physical performance and the psychological response to ex…
Estimating Lower Extremity Running Gait Kinematics with a Single Accelerometer: A Deep Learning Approach
Abnormal running kinematics are associated with an increased incidence of lower extremity injuries among runners. Accurate and unobtrusive …
Defining the Individual Injury Profile of Recreational Runners: Integrating Off-Training and Subjective Factors into the Assessment of Non-Professional Athletes
ofessional runners make extensive use of consumer-available wearable devices and smartphone apps to monitor training sessions, health, and …
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRAINING AND ASSOCIATION WITH INJURIES IN RECREATIONAL ROAD RUNNERS
Introduction: Road running has been increasing dramatically in Brazil and worldwide for years. However, research into this practice has pri…